2004 Maybach 62 vs. 1996 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2004 Maybach 62 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1239 kg more than 1996 Mazda Sentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maybach 62 | 1996 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Maybach | Mazda |
| Model | 62 | Sentia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2860 mm |
